This does not sound like a virus but download HijackThis. It will create a directory folder for you in C\Program files. Run a scan and save the log file. Post the whole log file here. Do not fix anything since most of them listed there are harmless (some are system required). This program will help determine what,if any, spyware/malware is on your computer.

Okay, now.. My computer is beginning to get really laggy, the screensaver has changed itself along with the font in IE and a few other defaults that were set. The scrolling thing doesn't happen all too much anymore.

I'll set out to get Norton Antivirus 2006 tomorrow, unless if there's a better antivirus program that you guys recommend.

I dont see any problems in the log from malware now.I have seen many problems that stem from Nortons....

Each tool has its own strengths for identifying and removing specific types of malware. To thoroughly check your computer, its recommend that you use more than one malware removal program. Don't forget to back up your data files before starting a scan!

Now that you are clean, to help protect your system I recommend that you get the following free programs: SpywareBlaster to help prevent spyware from installing. SpywareGuard to catch and block spyware .IESpy-Adto block access to malicious websites so you cannot be redirected to them from an infected site or email.WinPatrol to monitor any changes that programs make to the registry.

AVGBefore installing it, however, be sure that the remnants of all prior anti-virus software have been removed. If you need support for AVG, their forum is located here: http://forum.grisoft.cz/freeforum/

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